Unrest In Kajola As Alhaji Lai Sobayo Orders Thugs To Brutalize APC Agent, Bamdele Adesanya

  

By Our Correspondent 

Abeokuta, Ogun State — Tension gripped Kajola area of Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State on Saturday 24th of January following the alleged abduction and brutalisation of a political agent, Mr. Bamidele Adesanya, sparking outrage among politicians and residents.

Bamdele Adesanya was said to be a prime agent representing Kajola Ward, was reportedly abducted by one Miyiwa Ojebiyi and his political thugs, Muyiwa Ojebiyi allegedly acting on the instruction of Alhaji Lai Sobayo, a recent defector from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The incident, which occurred on Monday, triggered unrest in the community as news of the alleged assault spread.

Eyewitnesses claimed that the victim was forcefully taken by suspected hoodlums and subjected to severe physical abuse. The assailants were allegedly led by a supervisor attached to Obafemi-Owode Local Government, further heightening political tensions in the area.

Following the incident, the matter was formally reported to the Nigeria Police Force at the Kemta Divisional Headquarters, Abeokuta. Sources within the police command confirmed that a complaint had been lodged and that investigations were ongoing, though no official statement had been issued as of press time.

Politicians across party lines in Obafemi-Owode Local Government have condemned the alleged attack and are demanding justice, describing the incident as a dangerous escalation of political intolerance.

“This is an act of political violence that must not be swept under the carpet,” a local political leader who spoke on condition of anonymity said. “Our democracy cannot thrive where intimidation, abduction and brutality are used to silence perceived opponents.”

Residents of Kajola expressed fear that the situation could degenerate further if urgent steps are not taken by security agencies. Some community leaders called for calm while urging the police and the state government to act swiftly to prevent a breakdown of law and order.

As investigations continue, stakeholders are calling on the Ogun State Government and security agencies to ensure that all those involved, regardless of political affiliation or status, are brought to justice.

The unfolding situation adds to growing concerns over political violence ahead of future electoral activities in the state.

Our efforts to reach Alhaji Lai Sobayo was abortive as his telephone number was switched off.